About Sam
Sam Mikell built his legal foundation at Princeton and in Athens. He earned a B.A. in Politics from Princeton University in 2012 and went on to receive a J.D. from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2016. Those years shaped his interest in courtroom work and practical advocacy.
After law school he entered practice in Georgia. He was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 2016 and maintains active membership there. He also belongs to the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, a professional network that brings practicing litigators together for education and collaboration.
Colleagues describe him as steady in the courtroom and deliberate in preparation. He has worked on matters that require careful factual development, witness preparation, and motion practice. He spends a large portion of his time on litigation tasks: drafting pleadings, taking and defending depositions, preparing experts, and presenting arguments at hearings. He favors clear organization and early case assessment to identify the strongest paths forward for clients.
His practice at Griffin Durham Tanner & Clarkson puts him in daily contact with trial work. He handles the routine demands of case management while also taking on intensive trial preparation when a matter moves toward trial. That dual rhythm — steady case management punctuated by concentrated trial readiness — guides how he allocates time and resources. It also informs how he mentors junior lawyers and coordinates with investigators and consultants.
Outside the courtroom he engages in continuing legal education and professional exchange through the State Bar of Georgia and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Those memberships keep him current on changes in procedure, evidence, and trial practice. They also offer forums for discussing strategies and ethical questions that surface in litigation.
Practical legal training and ongoing professional engagement shape how he approaches client matters. He emphasizes clear communication, realistic assessment of risk, and methodical preparation. He represents clients in Georgia courts, managing cases from early investigation through resolution or trial. His current practice concentrates on trial and litigation in Georgia.
